This study evaluates the systemic impact of agricultural projects on the socio-economic empowerment of women in rural Rwanda, covering the transformative period from 2020 to 2026. Utilizing a mixed-methods research design and the Women’s Empowerment in Agriculture Index (pro-WEAI), the research analysed data from 450 female farmers across the Northern, Eastern, and Southern provinces. The findings reveal a significant narrowing of the gender productivity gap, with female-led maize and bean yields increasing by 61.9% and 63.6% respectively, following the provision of certified inputs and climate-smart training. Statistical analysis via the Chi-Square (χ^2 ) test (p < 0.0001) confirmed a strong positive correlation between project participation and increased financial agency, primarily driven by the transition to direct digital payments via Mobile Money. These earnings were found to have a powerful "Multiplier Effect," with women reinvesting 90% of their income into household nutrition, health insurance, and education. However, the study also identifies a persistent "Empowerment Ceiling" regarding Time Poverty. While economic agency has surged, the domestic workload for rural women has remained static, resulting in an increased "Double Burden." The research concludes that while Rwanda’s agricultural policies have successfully delivered asset ownership and income control, the next phase of development must prioritize labor-saving mechanization and gender-transformative social norms to ensure sustainable equality.